Alexandra Bergman

Class:
Sophomore
High School:
North Shore Country Day School
Hometown:
Winnetka, Ill.

Alex is tall and has a very effective serve. She can open up the court with it, and look to attack the front part of the court. Her groundstrokes are heavy on both sides. She is very competitive and always wants to do her best.

Daughter of Robert and Laura Bergman

Born: April 29, 1994

Place of Birth: Winnetka, Illinois

Sisters/brother: Older brother, Tom (20)

Your major: Sports Medicine

Any athletes in the family: My mom played tennis and squash at Middlebury College, and my father was a swimmer.

Your favorite athlete: James Blake

I chose UConn because I love this place. As soon as I stepped on campus I knew I had to go here. It is a great size with so much to do and I am surrounded by a great team. It is a great mix of athletics and academics.

Hobby/what you like to do in your free time: Draw cartoons and listen to music

Couldn[apos]t leave without: Lululemon clothing

Favorite movie: Stick It

Favorite place to visit: Florida

Something we don[apos]t know about you: If I wasn[apos]t a tennis player I would try to be a gymnast.

Fun facts: I have two Labradors, I love chai tea lattes, and I live in flip-flops.

Describe your game in 2-3 sentences: I am a heavy baseline hitter with lots of spin. I serve and volley whenever I can, and my favorite shot is my inside-out forehand.

High school awards: - Varsity Tennis All Conference Fall 2009 and 2011 for Independent School League - Performance Training Award in the high school and Most improved player grades 9-12 in tennis at Saddlebrook Tennis Academy

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